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Multi-Trade Plumber
Company
A&S Group
Location
Leeds
Salary
£32k–£37k a year
Posted
14 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor
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Job Description
Position: Multi-Trade Plumber
Location: Various sites across the North East and surrounding areas
The Multi-Trade Plumber is responsible for carrying out a variety of skilled plumbing, maintenance, and repair tasks across residential properties. This role involves working within high-end markets for the UK’s leading developers and retirement companies.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
• Plumbing Installation: Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems including pipework, sanitary ware, taps, valves, toilets, sinks, baths, showers, radiators, and associated fixtures and fittings in line with project specifications and regulations.
• Repairs & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair plumbing faults including leaks, blockages, faulty fixtures, and damaged pipework. Carry out routine maintenance and inspections to identify and prevent potential issues.
• Surface & Area Preparation: Prepare work areas and plumbing systems for installation or repair work, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times.
• Multi-Trade Duties: Carry out additional maintenance and repair tasks outside of plumbing where required, including basic carpentry, tiling, painting, patch plastering, and general maintenance works.
• Material Management: Measure and order materials required for each project, ensuring minimal waste. Maintain stock levels and ensure tools and equipment are kept in good working condition.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensure work areas are kept clean, safe, and compliant at all times.
• Customer Interaction: Communicate professionally with clients, site managers, and stakeholders to discuss project requirements, provide updates, and ensure customer satisfaction with completed work.
• Providing trade expertise within additional trades, offering an efficient, high-quality repairs and replacement service.
• Being willing to upskill and develop to enable completion of all types of trade work.
• Working alongside other tradespeople, providing support and training where apprentices are used.
• Using hand and electric/machine tools and being prepared to undertake training where required.
• Driving and being responsible for a company vehicle when required, in accordance with health and safety procedures, Group Fleet Policy, and Drivers Handbook, including conducting weekly vehicle checks.
• Using and being responsible for a company mobile phone as required by the Group, ensuring it is used responsibly and in accordance with company instructions.
• Completing all necessary associated work documentation.
Qualifications and Experience
• Experience: Proven experience as a plumber or in a similar maintenance role, with a strong portfolio of completed projects. Experience within residential maintenance and construction projects is advantageous. The ability to assist in other areas of maintenance and installation schedules will be beneficial.
• Education: Relevant NVQ or equivalent qualifications in Plumbing or Construction. Valid CSCS card required.
Skills
• Proficient in the use of plumbing tools and equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in maintenance within construction projects.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Requirements
• NVQ qualifications or equivalent in Plumbing
• Competent in undertaking a wide variety of tasks outside of your trade
• Own tools to complete tasks effectively
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to provide two references
• Reliable and professional
• Gas Safe Certification
You Will Receive
• Salary in the region of £32,000 – £37,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)
• Permanent contract working Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with flexibility required to meet business and customer needs, including occasional evening/weekend work
• 28 days annual leave
• Tool allowance opportunity following successful probationary period
• Access to company van, fuel card, and trade card (work use only)
• Excellent career development opportunities
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Company car
Work Location: In person
Location: Various sites across the North East and surrounding areas
The Multi-Trade Plumber is responsible for carrying out a variety of skilled plumbing, maintenance, and repair tasks across residential properties. This role involves working within high-end markets for the UK’s leading developers and retirement companies.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
• Plumbing Installation: Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems including pipework, sanitary ware, taps, valves, toilets, sinks, baths, showers, radiators, and associated fixtures and fittings in line with project specifications and regulations.
• Repairs & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair plumbing faults including leaks, blockages, faulty fixtures, and damaged pipework. Carry out routine maintenance and inspections to identify and prevent potential issues.
• Surface & Area Preparation: Prepare work areas and plumbing systems for installation or repair work, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times.
• Multi-Trade Duties: Carry out additional maintenance and repair tasks outside of plumbing where required, including basic carpentry, tiling, painting, patch plastering, and general maintenance works.
• Material Management: Measure and order materials required for each project, ensuring minimal waste. Maintain stock levels and ensure tools and equipment are kept in good working condition.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensure work areas are kept clean, safe, and compliant at all times.
• Customer Interaction: Communicate professionally with clients, site managers, and stakeholders to discuss project requirements, provide updates, and ensure customer satisfaction with completed work.
• Providing trade expertise within additional trades, offering an efficient, high-quality repairs and replacement service.
• Being willing to upskill and develop to enable completion of all types of trade work.
• Working alongside other tradespeople, providing support and training where apprentices are used.
• Using hand and electric/machine tools and being prepared to undertake training where required.
• Driving and being responsible for a company vehicle when required, in accordance with health and safety procedures, Group Fleet Policy, and Drivers Handbook, including conducting weekly vehicle checks.
• Using and being responsible for a company mobile phone as required by the Group, ensuring it is used responsibly and in accordance with company instructions.
• Completing all necessary associated work documentation.
Qualifications and Experience
• Experience: Proven experience as a plumber or in a similar maintenance role, with a strong portfolio of completed projects. Experience within residential maintenance and construction projects is advantageous. The ability to assist in other areas of maintenance and installation schedules will be beneficial.
• Education: Relevant NVQ or equivalent qualifications in Plumbing or Construction. Valid CSCS card required.
Skills
• Proficient in the use of plumbing tools and equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in maintenance within construction projects.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Requirements
• NVQ qualifications or equivalent in Plumbing
• Competent in undertaking a wide variety of tasks outside of your trade
• Own tools to complete tasks effectively
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to provide two references
• Reliable and professional
• Gas Safe Certification
You Will Receive
• Salary in the region of £32,000 – £37,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience and qualifications)
• Permanent contract working Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with flexibility required to meet business and customer needs, including occasional evening/weekend work
• 28 days annual leave
• Tool allowance opportunity following successful probationary period
• Access to company van, fuel card, and trade card (work use only)
• Excellent career development opportunities
Pay: £32,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Company car
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for qualified plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for plumbers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate with no less than 1.5 times for hours above 40 per week under the Working Time Regulations. Employers must keep records for 3 years.
What visa and salary threshold apply for non-UK plumbers seeking work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK plumbers require a Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary threshold of £40,000 or the going rate for plumbers whichever is higher as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed employer plus English language at B1 level. Applications must be made online with a £719 fee for up to 3 years.
What qualifications and experience are required to work legally as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, plumbers must hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card for site access. Three years of relevant experience is mandatory for supervisory roles and Gas Safe registration is required for any gas work. Apprenticeships must be completed through approved providers listed on the Find an Apprenticeship service.
How many hours can plumbers work per week and what annual leave entitlement applies in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, plumbers are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over 17 weeks unless they opt out in writing. Full-time workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays equating to 28 days for a 5-day week. Rest breaks of 20 minutes apply after 6 hours of work.
